Around Karasuma Peninsula × Accommodation Convenient For New Year Shrine VisitRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A resort hotel offering stunning lake views from your room. Relax in your room while enjoying the breathtaking view of Lake Biwa right in front of you. The restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients from Shiga. The natural Onsen (large public bath) also features an open-air bath. Conveniently located just 10 minutes by JR train from Kyoto Station to JR Otsu Station, with a free shuttle bus available, this is a perfect getaway to experience relaxation and tranquility in an extraordinary setting.

The city of Otsu, located in the heart of Japan, has inspired countless poets and travelers with its romantic allure since the Manyo era. Standing gracefully along the shores of Lake Biwa, a symbol of Otsu, is the Biwako Otsu Prince Hotel, a 38-story skyscraper featuring the "Oumi" convention hall, one of the largest in Japan. Designed by Kenzo Tange, a renowned architect who was among the first Japanese to gain global recognition, the hotel offers 529 guest rooms, all facing Lake Biwa. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay while admiring the ever-changing seasonal beauty of the lake's surface.

A Ryokan boasting stunning views located on the shores of Lake Biwa. The breathtaking scenery of Lake Biwa can be enjoyed from the lobby, the large panoramic bath, and rooms with open-air baths. Conveniently located for visiting Kyoto and the World Heritage site of Enryakuji Temple. Choose your preferred room type and enjoy it as part of your travel experience.

An Onsen Ryokan perched on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa, with the added convenience of being just about 20 minutes from Kyoto. Our top recommendation is a guest room with an open-air bath and sweeping views of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a blissful soak in a variety of tubs, including glossy enamel-style baths, wooden baths filled with the scent of timber, and gently rounded ceramic baths. In addition, the new Facility “Wayu Yamaboshi” has opened, offering easy ways to experience Japanese games and culture. This hands-on space blends tradition with fun to make your trip even more memorable.

Opened in March 2013. Just a 0-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Minami-Kusatsu Station. With Kyoto Station only 17 minutes away, this Hotel is ideal not only for business but also for enjoying Kyoto’s four seasons. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the building. With on-site security, female guests can feel at ease. This 13-story Hotel with 158 rooms offers Facilities designed for a relaxing stay, including a lounge open from morning to night, a Shiga/Kyoto souvenir corner, a Shiga/Kyoto information corner, and a restaurant serving wholesome meals. We pursue an even more comfortable space with Simmons beds and practical amenities. Step away from everyday life and enjoy not only Shiga but also Kyoto and Osaka to the fullest. Our front desk staff will do their very best to assist you during your trip.

■ Approximately 2 minutes by car from Shin-Kousoku Ritto IC ■ Approximately 3 minutes by car from JR Kusatsu Line Tehara Station ■ Free flat parking lot (233 spaces) available ■ Artificial Onsen large public bath available ■ Complimentary buffet breakfast ■ Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, free WOWOW access in all rooms

One of the largest in the Kyoto–Shiga area! The adjacent spa “Agaryanse,” featuring two private natural hot spring sources, is a popular Facility with nine types of baths, five kinds of hot stone saunas, and a spacious rest room overlooking Lake Biwa.Guests can use it free of charge.A free shuttle bus also runs from Ogoto-Onsen Station to the Accommodation for easy access.Unwind and soothe your everyday fatigue at Agaryanse, then relax at our Accommodation while enjoying our carefully crafted cuisine.

Ōtsu City, the prefectural capital of the Lake Country, features tourist attractions such as Enryakuji Temple, Ōtsu Port, Mount Hiei, and Lake Biwa.Approximately a 5-minute walk from the north exit of JR Ōtsu Station.Located near the government office district, you can also take a leisurely walk to Hama-Ōtsu.Only about 10 minutes by train to Kyoto. Excellent access for both business and sightseeing.